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University of Colorado Denver

Posted onMay 7, 2021March 6, 2025 Updated onMarch 9, 2025 Reading Time: 5 minutes

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University of Colorado Denver Business School
Master's and MBA Programs in Business
Tuition, ROI, Graduate Salary, GMAT Requirements

 

$47,102

Average Tuition

$108,246

Average Starting Salary*

450

Average GMAT Scores

3,593

Average Student Enrollment


Business School at University of Colorado Denver MBA Program in Denver, CO

University of Colorado Denver

Business School

  • CPO Box 173364, Campus Box 165, Denver, CO - 80217
  • University of Colorado Denver

  • Business School

    Institution Control: Public
  • AACSB Accreditation: Business and Accounting
  • Academic Year: Semester
  • Full-Time Faculty: 67
  • Business Programs

    Business Degrees & Concentrations: Accounting, Corporate Finance, Education, Energy, Entrepreneurship, Finance, General Business, Global Management, Healthcare Administration, Information Systems, International Business, Management, Marketing, Quantitative Methods, Science and Technology and Taxation

  • Offered As: Campus, Distance Education, Evenings, Full-Time, Off Campus, Online, Part-Time and Weekends

  • Undergraduate School of Business

    Undergrad Degrees Conferred: 393
  • In-State Tuition: $13,568

  • MBA Program Ranking(s)

    Ranked by: MBAGuide

  • MBA Tuition & Fees

    In-State Tuition: $47,102

  • Enrollment

    Full-time, All: 3,593

  • Average GMAT Score

    Average GMAT MBA: 450

  • Student / Faculty Ratio

    Institution: 22:1

  • Average Starting Salary

    Graduate Salary*: $108,246

  • Award Levels

    Award Levels Offered: Doctoral, E-MBA, Master, MBA and Undergraduate

  • Social Links

    Facebook, Linkedin and Twitter

  • GMAT Requirements

    GMAT Required* (yes, no, optional, recommended): Optional

  • MBAGuide Rankings

    Program Rankings:
    • Most Affordable Online MBA or Masters in Colorado
    • Best MBA or Masters Program in Colorado
    • Best Online MBA or Masters in Colorado
    • Best Online Concentration Education

Compare University of Colorado Denver's Tuition, Salary, ROI, Student / Faculty Ratio, Enrollment (Alumni) and GMAT Requirements

Compare how the MBA program at University of Colorado Denver measures up against Colorado, national, and online averages across key metrics of Tuition, Graduate Salary, Graduate ROI, Student / Faculty Ratios, Enrollment (Alumni) and GMAT Requirements to help you evaluate your educational investment.

Averages University of Colorado Denver Online Colorado
Tuition $47,102 $37,225 $42,206
Salary $108,246 $79,354 $80,459
ROI 130% 196% 121%
S/F Ratio 24:1 17:1 17:1
 Enrollment 3593 2,654 2,626
GMAT GMAT Required: Yes

Average GMAT Score: 450

561 554

Compare Average MBA Tuition

In Colorado the most affordable MBA program is $21,648 and the most expensive is $96,000. The average tuition cost in the state is $42,206. Currently, the average in-state MBA tuition for University of Colorado Denver is $47,102.

Comparison Group MBA Tuition Averages
University of Colorado Denver $47,102
Colorado Average $42,206
Online Average $37,225
National Average $42,573

    • University of Colorado Denver average in-state tuition is $47,102
    • The average Colorado in-state MBA tuition is $42,206
    • The average online MBA tuition in the United States is $37,225
    • The national average in-state tuition in the United States is $42,573

The most affordable Online MBA program in Colorado is $21,648 while the most expensive online program is $96,000. The average online tuition for Colorado programs is $42,206. Research the most affordable AACSB online MBA programs across the nation.

  • University of Colorado Denver's average in-state tuition is $47,102
  • Colorado average in-state tuition is $42,206
  • National for average in-state tuition in the United States is $37,225
  • Online average for in-state tuition is $37,225
  • Find the most affordable online MBA schools.

Compare Average Graduate MBA Salaries

The highest average graduate salary1 for an MBA program in Colorado is $108,246 and the lowest is $49,500. The average graduate MBA salary in the state is $80,459. Currently, the average MBA graduate salary for University of Colorado Denver is estimated to be $108,246.

Comparison Group Graduate MBA Salary Averages
University of Colorado Denver $108,246
Colorado Average $80,459
Online Average $79,354
National Average $82,899

    • National average for MBA graduate salary is $82,899
    • Online average for graduate MBA salary is $79,354

For online MBA programs in Colorado, the highest average graduate salary1 is $108,246 and the lowest is $49,500. The average graduate MBA salary in the state is $80,459. Currently, the average MBA graduate salary for University of Colorado Denver is estimated to be $108,246.

    • Colorado average for online MBA starting salary is $80,459
    • National average for online MBA starting salary is $79,354

Find the online MBA programs with highest and lowest average online MBA starting salaries.

Compare Average ROI for Graduate MBA Students

The highest average graduate ROI1 for MBA students in Colorado is 200% and the lowest is 2%. The average graduate MBA ROI in the state is 121%. Currently, the average MBA graduate ROI for University of Colorado Denver is estimated to be 130%.

Comparison Group Graduate MBA ROI Averages
University of Colorado Denver 130%
Colorado Average 121%
Online Average 196%
National Average 186%

    • National average for MBA graduate ROI is 186%
    • Online average for graduate MBA ROI is 196%

For online MBA programs in Colorado, the highest average graduate ROI1 is 200% and the lowest is 2%. The average graduate MBA ROI in the state is 121%. Currently, the average MBA graduate ROI for University of Colorado Denver is estimated to be 130%.

    • Colorado average for online MBA starting ROI is 121%
    • National average for online MBA starting ROI is 196%

Find the schools with the highest and lowest ROI for graduating MBA students.

Compare Business School Student / Faculty Ratios

The average student to faulty ratio for business schools in Colorado ranges between a low of 11:1 to a high of 24:1 with an average Student Faculty Ratio of 17:1. Currently, University of Colorado Denver has an average student-to-faculty ratio for its MBA program of 24:1.

Comparison Group Average Student to Faculty Ratios
University of Colorado Denver 24:1
Colorado Average 17:1
Online Average 17:1
National Average 16:1

    • University of Colorado Denver Average Student Faculty Ratio: 24:1
    • Colorado Student Faculty Ratio: 17:1
    • Average U.S. Student Faculty Ratio: 16:1
    • Average Online Student Faculty Ratio: 17:1

For online MBA programs, the student-to-faculty ratios range between a low of 2:1 to a high of 63:1 with an average of 17:1.

Research the best and worst student-to-faculty ratios.

Compare Average Business School Enrollment (Alumni)

In Colorado, the average business school enrollment ranges between a low of 868 to a high of 4,810 with an average of 2,626. Currently, University of Colorado Denver average school enrollment is 3593.

Comparison Group Average Business School Enrollment / Alumni
University of Colorado Denver 3593
Colorado Average 2,626
Online Average 2,654
National Average 2,533

 

    • University of Colorado Denver Average School Enrollment: 3593
    • Colorado's Average School Enrollment: 2,626
    • National Average for School Enrollment: 2,533
    • Online Average for School Enrollment: 2,654

For online business schools, enrollments range from a low of 152 to a high of 21,000 with an average of 2,654.

Research, find and compare online business schools enrollments.

Compare Average GMAT Scores

The average GMAT score for an MBA program in Colorado ranges between a low of 390 to a high of 707 with an average of 554. At the present time, University of Colorado Denver average GMAT score for its MBA program is 450.

Comparison Group Average GMAT Scores
University of Colorado Denver 450
Colorado Average 554
Online Average 561
National Average 567

    • University of Colorado Denver Average GMAT: 450
    • Colorado's Average GMAT Scores: 554
    • National Average for GMAT Scores: 567
    • Online Average for GMAT Scores: 561

For online MBA programs GMAT scores range from a low of 265 to a high of 732 with an average of 561.

Many MBA programs no longer require the GMAT, making these exams optional or conditional based on specific criteria. While some business schools have eliminated standardized testing requirements entirely, others still consider test scores as a component of the application process. Even at test-optional institutions, admissions committees may require the GMAT for applicants with lower GPAs or limited quantitative coursework. Ultimately, strong test scores can strengthen an application, but many programs now evaluate candidates holistically based on work experience, academic background, and leadership potential.

    • Find MBA programs that do not require a GMAT or make the exam optional or conditional
    • Find Online MBA programs with the highest and lowest GMAT requirements

Colorado Schools Offering Online MBA Degrees

  • University of Denver
  • University of Northern Colorado
  • Metropolitan State University of Denver
  • Colorado State University-Pueblo
  • Colorado State University
  • University of Colorado Colorado Springs
  • University of Colorado Denver
  • University of Colorado at Boulder

Colorado Schools Offering both Campus and Online MBA Degrees

Find the best ranked MBA programs in Colorado and also find the best best online MBA programs accepting Colorado students.

  • University of Denver
  • University of Northern Colorado
  • Metropolitan State University of Denver
  • Colorado State University-Pueblo
  • Colorado State University
  • University of Colorado Colorado Springs
  • University of Colorado Denver
  • University of Colorado at Boulder

Cities in Colorado Where You Can Find MBA Programs

Using the following links, compare average tuition costs, starting graduate salaries, program ROIs, averaged required GMAT scores, strong alumni networks and more.

  • Boulder
  • Colorado Springs
  • Denver
  • Durango
  • Fort Collins
  • Greeley
  • Pueblo
  • USAF Academy
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University of Colorado Denver Business School Summary

In-state tuition and fees for the MBA program at Business School is $47,102. Of all MBA programs offered in Colorado, the average cost for in-state tuition and fees is $42,206 a year. The average cost for in-state tuition and fees for an online MBA program is $37,225 a year.

The average GMAT score to enter into Business School is 450 while the average GMAT score to for MBA schools in Colorado is 554.13, and the average GMAT score to enter into an online GMAT program is 560.93.

After graduating, the school reports that the average graduate salary is $108,246.

Comparing in-state tuition to the average graduate salary, you can expect an ROI on your MBA education to be in the range of 130%

The average in-state tuition you can expect to pay is about $47,102, and the average GMAT score for acceptance in their program is 450.

After graduating, the school reports that the average graduate salary is $108,246. Comparing in-state tuition to the average graduate salary, you can expect an ROI on your MBA education to be in the range of 130%

Programs are offered as: Campus, Distance Education, Evenings, Full-Time, Off Campus, Online, Part-Time and Weekends.

The school is ranked by: University of Colorado Denver's MBA program is accredited by the AACSB and is ranked by the following publications: MBAGuide

Averages University of Colorado Denver Online Colorado
Tuition $47,102 $37,225 $42,206
Salary $108,246 $79,354 $80,459
ROI 130% 196% 121%
S/F Ratio 24:1 17:1 17:1
 Enrollment 3593 2,654 2,626
GMAT GMAT Required: Yes

Average GMAT Score: 450

561 554

1*If a school does not provide average graduate salary information or graduate ROI data on their web site, MBAGuide estimates these figures using a variety of state and regional sources including the CollegeNavigator, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics and state or regional equivalents. If you find mistakes in our database, please contact us.

Data sources: IPEDS, National Center of Educational Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, Institute of Education Sciences (ERIC), Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), 520 MBA Schools, U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). If you notice errors in the MBA program database, please contact us.

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      • Leadership – 92
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      Best Graduate Salary

      • Business Analytics – $104,000
      • Consulting – $115,277
      • Energy – $92,959
      • E-Commerce – $94,850
      • Law – $90,536
      • Leadership – $88,232
      • Operations Mgmt – $92,419
      • Insurance – $80,528
      • Org. Behavior – $107,961
      • Real Estate – $97,485
      • Sports Mgmt – $78,406
      • Statistics – $103,112
      • Healthcare Mgmt – $85,206
      • Taxation –  $121,750

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